What is the cheapest way to get from Portlaoise to Clara?

The cheapest way to get from Portlaoise to Clara is to train which costs €6 - €11 and takes 1h 33m.

What is the fastest way to get from Portlaoise to Clara?

The fastest way to get from Portlaoise to Clara is to drive which takes 37 min and costs €7 - €11.

Is there a direct bus between Portlaoise and Clara?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Portlaoise JFL Avenue and arriving at Clara. Services depart twice daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 56 min.

Is there a direct train between Portlaoise and Clara?

No, there is no direct train from Portlaoise to Clara. However, there are services departing from Portlaoise and arriving at Clara via Portarlington. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 33m.

How far is it from Portlaoise to Clara?

The distance between Portlaoise and Clara is 46 km. The road distance is 44.4 km.

How do I travel from Portlaoise to Clara without a car?

The best way to get from Portlaoise to Clara without a car is to bus which takes 56 min and costs €6 - €10.

How long does it take to get from Portlaoise to Clara?

The bus from Portlaoise JFL Avenue to Clara takes 56 min including transfers and departs twice daily.

Where do I catch the Portlaoise to Clara bus from?

Portlaoise to Clara bus services, operated by Bus Éireann, depart from Portlaoise JFL Avenue station.

Where do I catch the Portlaoise to Clara train from?

Portlaoise to Clara train services, operated by Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail), depart from Portlaoise station.

Train or bus from Portlaoise to Clara?

The best way to get from Portlaoise to Clara is to bus which takes 56 min and costs €6 - €10. Alternatively, you can train, which costs €6 - €11 and takes 1h 33m.

Where does the Portlaoise to Clara bus arrive?

Portlaoise to Clara bus services, operated by Bus Éireann, arrive at Clara station.

Where does the Portlaoise to Clara train arrive?

Portlaoise to Clara train services, operated by Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail), arrive at Portarlington station.

Can I drive from Portlaoise to Clara?

Yes, the driving distance between Portlaoise to Clara is 44 km. It takes approximately 37 min to drive from Portlaoise to Clara.

Where can I stay near Clara?

There are 71+ hotels available in Clara.

Portlaoise to Clara - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and taxi

There are 4 ways to get from Portlaoise to Clara by bus, train, car, or taxi

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Portlaoise JFL Avenue to Clara73
56 min
€6–10
Train
1. Take the train from Portlaoise to PortarlingtonIc / ...
2. Take the train from Portarlington to ClaraIc / ...
1h 33m
€7–11
Drive 44.4 km
1. Drive from Portlaoise to Clara44.4 km
37 min
€8–11
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Portlaoise to Clara44.4 km
37 min
€65–80

Portlaoise to Clara by bus

13Weekly Buses

56 minAverage Duration

€6Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Portlaoise to Clara.

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Distance: 45.5 km
Duration: 56 min

What companies run services between Portlaoise, Ireland and Clara, IE-OY, Ireland?

Bus Éireann operates a bus from Portlaoise JFL Avenue to Clara twice daily. Tickets cost €6–10 and the journey takes 56 min. Alternatively, you can take a train from Portlaoise to Clara via Portarlington in around 1h 33m.

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